Short’s five-for in vain as England level T20 series
Not even a remarkable five-wicket haul for Australia's part-time spinner Matt Short could stop England levelling the T20I series with a three-wicket win.
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Cowboys target NRL history with ‘Minister for Defence’
North Queensland coach Todd Payten says the side's defensive system has finally clicked as they aim to make NRL era history and win the NRL title from fifth.
Speedster Warbrick taking his Storm game to new heights
Ahead of their NRL qualifying final against Cronulla, the Storm's Kiwi ace Will Warbrick feels his confidence is growing alongside his try-scoring tally.
Robinson laments ref call in Roosters’ finals loss
Trent Robinson has been left to wonder what might have been if officials hadn't called a forward pass at a crucial point of the Roosters' qualifying final loss.
AFL order Hinkley to explain his taunting of Hawthorn
The AFL has issued a 'please explain' to Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley for his taunting of Hawthorn players after the Power's dramatic semi-final win.
Australia’s multi-million cash offer to save Comm Games
Commonwealth Games Australia is offering Scotland millions of dollars to help secure the future of the 2026 edition of the multi-sport event.
Penrith leave Roosters’ premiership dream on the brink
The Sydney Roosters are at risk of yet another early exit from the NRL finals after a comprehensive loss to reigning premiers Penrith.
Panthers bury Roosters in 30-10 NRL finals romp
Penrith are 80 minutes from the NRL grand final after dismantling the Sydney Roosters in a 30-10 win.
Lions run rampant in 52-point AFLW win over Magpies
Brisbane forwards Taylor Smith and Sophie Conway have kicked three goals apiece as the Lions posted their second AFLW win on the trot.
Historic Sandown Raceway faces uncertain future
Sandown Raceway's future is in doubt, with Supercars drivers contemplating the 60th anniversary might be the last time they race at the historic venue.
He’s no Lionheart: It’s Alex the Great’s journey now
Ten years after he fought for a world title, Alex Leapai Sr has tipped his hulking teenage son is poised to become boxing's next genuine heavyweight superstar.
How Gould launched a Penrith-like reboot of Bulldogs
Canterbury's results in Phil Gould's third year are eerily similar to what unfolded at the same stage of his Penrith reboot - and there's even more parallels.
Storm veteran dismisses ‘toothless Sharks’ tag
While the clubs are no longer arch-enemies, Melbourne veteran Christian Welch isn't expecting Cronulla to back down in their NRL final at AAMI Park.
Football Australia CEO backs Arnold as Socceroos coach
The Socceroos' poor World Cup qualifiers against Bahrain and Indonesia have piled pressure on Graham Arnold, but the coach has Football Australia's backing.
Dusty and Suns in talks over AFL career revival
Richmond legend Dustin Martin could reunite with Damien Hardwick as talks progress over a deal to continue his AFL career on the Gold Coast.
Surgery for Curnow as Blues confirm list changes
Charlie Curnow and Corey Durdin will undergo off-season surgery, while Carlton have confirmed Jack Martin is one of five players cut from their playing list.
Cowboys captains ‘dialled in’ for Knights finals clash
Todd Payten's decision to elevate Reuben Cotter and Tom Dearden to the co-captaincy has reaped rewards ahead of the knockout finals clash with Newcastle.
‘Beef sandwich’: Hungry Nyika eyes off main event feed
Unbeaten cruiserweight prospect David Nyika is embracing his headline status ahead of an Auckland date with late call-up, American veteran Tommy Karpency.
No mass changes for Wallabies despite record loss
The Wallabies are banking on stability to help them rebound from their horror loss to Argentina when they confront the All Blacks in the Bledisloe Cup.
Knights’ Brailey finally feels like himself again
Only in the past few NRL rounds has Jayden Brailey felt like he's truly bounced back from a cruel run of injuries at the Newcastle Knights.
Fearless Giants ready for Lions in AFL semi-final
GWS swingman Lachlan Keeffe says fear won't be a factor when his side fight to keep their premiership aspirations alive in an AFL semi-final against Brisbane.
Sharks ready to attack favourites Melbourne: Fitzgibbon
Coach Craig Fitzgibbon says the Sharks have a different "energy" about them this finals campaign than in the past two years and are ready to attack Melbourne.
Manly say they’re better placed to strike than in 2021
The Sea Eagles finished in the top four in 2021 and reached the preliminary finals, but Manly players are adamant they're now a more complete team in 2024.
Cowboys super boot Holmes gets big tick from ‘El Magic’
Goalkicking legend Hazem El Masri says North Queensland have struck finals gold with the boot of Valentine Holmes and explains why the Cowboys star is so good.
‘Perfect day’ as Aussies power towards Davis Cup finals
Lleyton Hewitt's Australian Davis Cup team is on the verge of another finals crack after beating an ailing Czech outfit 3-0 in the group stage in Valencia.
Edwards insists his knee is no concern for NRL finals
Dylan Edwards has downplayed concerns about his knee ahead of the NRL finals, insistent it is not limiting his output as Penrith pursue a fourth straight title.
Port coach regrets taunting Hawks after semi-final win
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he regrets verbally taunting Hawthorn players after the Power's three-point AFL semi-final win.
Piastri agrees to play second fiddle – but it’s no fun
McLaren's Oscar Piastri says he's "happy" to play the support role in Lando Norris's F1 championship push despite team orders being "not that fun".
Tigers record first win in 410 days over Dragons
Leichhardt Oval has worked its magic once again for Wests Tigers, with the club recording their first win of the 2024 NRLW season against the Dragons.
Adelaide down Wanderers in Australia Cup quarter-final
Adelaide's hunt for a fourth Australia Cup will continue after they knocked off fellow A-League side Western Sydney in their quarter-final meeting on Thursday.
Daisy’s Eagles keep struggling Bulldogs winless in AFLW
West Coast have maintained their encouraging start to life under Daisy Pearce, coming from behind to down the struggling Western Bulldogs by 11 points.